ITALIAN CONTRAS 10D TOUR
from US$ 2800
Code Tour: Trafelllgarr -ITGV
Day 1
ARRIVE ROME (3 nights)
Welcome to Rome, the capital of Italy! After check-in you have time to relax or take a walk around the Eternal City before meeting up with your travelling companions and Tour Director this evening for a Welcome Drink.
Day 2
ROME SIGHTSEEING
Michelangelo spent 11 years painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, but you will have a little less time to admire it on your included visit of the Chapel inside the Vatican Museums! Your guided tour will continue with a visit of St. Peter’s Basilica before crossing the River Tiber to ancient Rome. Here overlook the Forum and the Circus Maximus where chariot races took place and then visit the mighty Colosseum. Later, time at leisure to perhaps explore the city further or to sit at a pavement café on the Via Veneto and watch the world go by. This evening enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 3
ROME AT LEISURE
A full day to enjoy the many attractions this beguiling city has to offer. You could take a trip to visit the Catacombs on the outskirts of the city or even venture into the Roman countryside to the perched town of Tivoli to visit the house and gardens of the Villa d’Este. This evening, why not throw a coin in the Trevi fountain to ensure your return one day to the Eternal City.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4
ROME - HIGH SPEED TRAIN - FLORENCE (3 nights)
You are transferred to Rome’s mainline station to board the high-speed ‘Frecciargento’ train to Florence. After a comfortable journey (1 hour 35 minutes) through pretty countryside seeing hilltop villages and towns, arrive in this perfect example of a Renaissance city. Your expert Florentine guide will welcome you to the city so loved by Dante, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci! Enjoy astounding views from Piazzale Michelangelo and afterwards go on a walking tour of the Medieval and Renaissance quarters. Highlights include the Holy Cross Basilica with the tombs of almost all the greatest men Italy has produced, including Michelangelo. Then visit the Fine Arts Academy where you will see one of the most famous works of the Renaissance – Michelangelo’s ‘David’. To finish you will visit the Piazza Signoria with its wonderful sculptures.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Croce Di Malta (F)
Day 5
FLORENCE - EXCURSION TO PISA
A short drive by coach along the Arno Valley will bring you to the one-time maritime city of Pisa. Although famous for its incredibly Leaning Tower, Pisa has a lot more to offer. A beautifully sculpted marble Cathedral, the delicate lacework of its Baptistery as well as a cemetery which is said to have soil brought from Calvary in the Holy Land. Time to explore these sights in the aptly named 'Square of Miracles' before a special Highlight Lunch sampling local produce. Later return to Florence.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)
Day 6
FLORENCE AT LEISURE
Enjoy a full day at leisure to take advantage of this historically rich and attractive city. Apart from the obvious museums, there are beautiful gardens such as the Boboli and wonderful palaces to visit like the Pitti Palace. A little way outside of the city, in the heart of Chianti, there are many villages with fine wines and wonderful markets. Florence is also a centre for fashion. It's wonderful to wander the elegant shopping streets and admire the goods in the sophisticated boutiques. This evening, you should take advantage of Trafalgar's great excursion programme and perhaps partake in a trip into the Chianti hills for dinner!
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 7
FLORENCE - HIGH SPEED TRAIN - VENICE (3 nights)
All aboard the express train for Venice! A wonderful morning of scenery as the train passes through the Apennine hills and down to the Veneto plain. In 2 hours 3 minutes reach the city of Venice, its ornate Gothic and Renaissance palaces beautifully reflected in the Venetian lagoon. This evening, what would be better as an introduction to this enchanting place than a gondola ride along the picturesque canals?
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8
CANAL CRUISE AND ORIENTATION
$name the sights and sounds of this Byzantine city as you cruise across to St. Mark’s Square by private launch. See the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian Churches, the Customs House, Grand Canal, St. Mark’s Basilica and Campanile as well as the Doge's Palace on your orientation of the city. A stroll across St. Mark’s Square will bring you to one of the oldest glass-blowing workshops on the islands to witness how this ancient craft is performed. Then you are free to perhaps visit the Fine Arts Academy or to spend some time at one of the cafés on St. Mark’s Square – the most elegant drawing room in Europe. Your Tour Director will suggest you might like to enjoy a cruise to one of the islands of the lagoon for a delicious seafood lunch!
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 9
SECRET VENICE WALKING TOUR
Todays guided commentary from your local expert guide will bring the city to life as you cruise along the Grand Canal to the Rialto Bridge. Cross the Rialto and visit the colourful fish market which has existed for centuries. Continue through the 'calle' seeing sites such as the house of Marco Polo, and other interesting and beautiful works of art. The balance of the day is at leisure. This evening get together with your fellow travellers and celebrate the last night of your touring experience at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 10
DEPART VENICE
This morning say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy as your fascinating tour comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights - Rome Views of the Forum and the Circus Maximus and guided visits of the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica.
- Florence Walking tour of the city of Florence. Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce and the tombs of Italy’s great men. Guided visit of the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence including Michelangelo’s David.
- Pisa See the Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles.
- Venice Guided walking tour of ‘Secret Venice’ to the Rialto Bridge and famous fish market. See St. Mark's Square, the Byzantine Basilica, Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a Murano glass-blowing workshop.
Dining Highlights - Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Rome.
- 9 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 1 three-course dinner with local wine.
- Local highlight lunch with wine in Pisa.
- Farewell dinner with wine in Venice.
First Class Travel Highlights - First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and tips, hotel baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- porterage is not included at train stations.
- Sightseeing in air-conditioned coach.
- The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
- A qualified local city guide in Rome, Florence and Venice.
- High speed ‘Frecciargento’ train from Rome to Florence and high-speed 'Frecciargento' train from Florence to Venice. Both journeys reserved in standard class.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
- Airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 10.
OPTIONAL TOUR EXTRA
IN FLORENCE
LUNCH OR DINNER WINE MUSIC IN THE TUSCAN HILLS
Take a scenic drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to a delightful regional restaurant set among the pines and cypress trees. Here a feast of gastronomic specialities awaits, accompanied by song and music. Code: FLOT03
Adult Price: 57 EURO
VISIT TO SAN GIMIGNANO
We drive to the nearby hilltop town of San Gimignano, the ‘medieval Manhattan’ of Tuscany. Surrounded by fields of sunflowers, vineyards and olive groves, this is Italy’s best preserved medieval city and will give you an excellent idea of daily life in Italy during the Middle Ages. Code: FLOT09
Adult Price: 31 EURO
FLORENTINE DINNER WITH ENTERTAINMENT
Sample the flavours of medieval Florence, during an evening of good food and music at a distinctive historic venue. (Subject to availability). Code: FLOT12
Adult Price: 66 EURO
IN MONTECATINI
THE WALLED TOWN OF LUCCA OLIVE FARM LUNCH OR DINNER
A chance to visit this most elegant of cities, birthplace of the composer Giacomo Puccini. We drive to the beautiful city of Lucca where we enjoy a guided tour. The monumental architecture of this charming place will transport you back to thirteenth century Tuscany. Next we visit the ultimate Tuscan experience, a working Olive farm. Taste the oils and enjoy a tasty meal with local wines. Code: FLOT14
Adult Price: 65 EURO
IN ROME
ROMAN EVENING WITH DINNER
A light hearted evening in Rome. We will relax and enjoy a typical Italian meal (drinks included), while live musicians entertain us. To complete our evening, we will drive along the Via Veneto, a location made famous by the film 'La Dolce Vita' and see how the Romans enjoy their city. A wonderful end to our day. Code: ROMT04
Adult Price: 57 EURO
TIVOLI GARDENS OF THE VILLA D ESTE
An excursion to the ancient Sabine town of Tivoli situated a few miles outside Rome to enjoy the gardens and fountains of the Villa D’Este. You will visit its grottos and pavilions, the Avenue of a Hundred Fountains, and the Dragon Fountain of the Organ. Code: ROMT06
Adult Price: 40 EURO
MICHELANGELO CHRISTIAN ROME
Explore Rome's fascinating basilicas on foot with your local guide. You will see the famous 'Moses' by Michelangelo in St Peter's in Chains. Strolling past 17th century palazzos we continue to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore with its impressive mosaics, considered one of the four most important Papal Basilicas of Rome. Code: ROMT43
Adult Price: 28 EURO
ROMAN SECRETS ANGELS DEMONS
An easy evening getting to know Rome and some of its main sights. With our Roman guide we will see the Castello Sant' Angelo, Via Condotti, Augustus's Needle, Pantheon & Piazza Navona. Enjoy an ice-cream (included) as you take this leisurely stroll through Rome's history. Code: ROMT44
Adult Price: 37 EURO
IN VENICE
LAGOON CRUISE WITH LUNCH OR DINNER
A half day off the beaten track! We are taken by private boat to the nearby islands in the lagoon of Venice. See the island of Murano and the Hermitage of San Francesco del Deserto. Lunch or dinner is taken at the island of the ‘fisherman’ - Burano - a photographer’s paradise. Drinks are also included. Code: VCET02
Adult Price: 65 EURO
VENEZIA THE SHOW WHICH TELLS THE STORY OF VENICE
In the heart of historical Venice, this astonishing show is the perfect way to discover the history and culture of Venice in air-conditioned comfort. Immerse yourselves in the story of Venice as live performers combine with spectacular moving projections on the ceiling and walls around you, bringing to life the fascinating history and the amusing events of this city’s glorious, and often scandalous past. An experience you will never forget! Included in the visit is the theatre's exhibition of Commedia dell'Arte Masks, meeting the cast, and a welcome with Venice's signature drink, the Bellini Cocktail or if you prefer, a coffee, chocolate or other light beverage. Code: VCET13
Adult Price: 39 EURO
VENETIAN MAGIC
An unforgettable introduction to this unique and magical city. We cruise along the Grand Canal by private water taxi, admiring the magnificent and elegant palazzos. We see the Rialto Bridge and then reach 'the most beautiful outdoor drawing room in the world' - St Mark's Square. Later, during your Gondola Ride, you will glide along the picturesque smaller canals, sipping Italian champagne while musicians and singers entertain. Code: VCET87
Adult Price: 65 EURO
VENETIAN GLORIES
Accompanied by a local expert we are taken into the magnificent Doges’ Palace – home to the rulers of the Venetian republic for hundreds of years. We are shown the main highlights of the palace and its elegant courtyards, before entering the Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark the Evangelist, patron saint of the city of Venice. Here we admire the stunning golden mosaics and wonderful Byzantine architecture. (entrance fees included). Code: VCETW08
Adult Price: 34 EURO
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- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.
- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
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